District 1881 is downtown Chilliwack’s little pedestrian quarter of shops, cafés and lanes, and at Christmas it goes all in: a 40-foot tree you can walk through, lights and displays down the alleys, live shows, Santa’s Workshop in Sasquatch Alley and plenty of local shops for your list. It’s an easy add-on to a Fraser Valley Christmas day.
The 2026 season starts with the Tree Lighting Celebration on Thursday, November 19, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, with festive music, treats and a few surprises as the district lights up for the holidays. Here’s what to expect.
Christmas at District 1881: Quick Facts
| What it is | A holiday season at District 1881 with a 40-foot tree, displays, Santa photos, live shows and shopping |
| Where | District 1881, 46128 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2P1 |
| 2026 dates | Tree lighting Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Full season calendar to come |
| Best for | Families and friends |
| Contact | 604-798-3663, info@district1881.com |
| Official page | district1881.com |
Tree Lighting 2026: Thursday, November 19
District 1881’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration is on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Expect festive music, treats and a few special surprises as the 40-foot tree and the lanes light up for the season. Bring the family, your friends and your holiday spirit. It’s free to attend.
The rest of the 2026 calendar, including Santa’s Workshop dates and prices, hasn’t been posted yet. Last season ran from mid-November into January.
What the Last Season Included
- The 40-foot Christmas tree, which you can stroll through, with holiday displays around it.
- Santa’s Workshop in Sasquatch Alley, November 30 to December 24. Tuesdays to Thursdays were by donation, and weekends were $40.
- Lights and live shows through the season.
- Holiday shopping in the district’s local stores.
Santa’s dates, prices and booking may change for 2026.
Where It Is
District 1881, 46128 Yale Road, downtown Chilliwack. Call 604-798-3663 for parking or accessibility questions.
Make a Fraser Valley Day of It
- The Chilliwack Christmas Parade comes through downtown on Saturday, November 28, at 5:30 PM.
- Cultus Lake Christmas, with lights, Santa and fireworks, is on Saturday, November 21.
- The Langley Christmas Village, a free European-style market in downtown Langley, November 26 to December 24.
- Further east, Lights by the Lake in Harrison Hot Springs runs from November 21 to January 10.
For more Santa visits, see where to see Santa in Vancouver, and for every tree lighting, our tree lighting calendar.
Tips
- Book Santa’s Workshop early for weekends.
- Go to the tree lighting on November 19 to see the district light up, or on parade night, November 28, for the busiest evening downtown.
- Bring a jacket. Some of the displays are outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Christmas at District 1881 in 2026?
The season opens with the Tree Lighting Celebration on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
When is the District 1881 tree lighting?
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
Where is it?
46128 Yale Road, downtown Chilliwack.
How big is the tree?
40 feet.
Can I meet Santa?
Santa’s Workshop in Sasquatch Alley has been part of the season. 2026 dates and prices aren’t out yet.
How much did Santa’s Workshop cost last season?
By donation Tuesday to Thursday, and $40 on weekends.
How do I contact District 1881?
604-798-3663 or info@district1881.com.
Part of: Vancouver Christmas Guide 2026 › Christmas Lights in Vancouver 2026
2 Comments
Can you confirm the date of the parade, the rotary site says Saturday November 30. On here it says december 2 a Monday, that seems wrong.
Yes, it will take place on November 30, 2024, at 5:30 PM.